Dance Art

Listen to author Marilyn Singer read this lively collection of poems about dance to the rhythm of each style. The poems are accompanied by original music.

This audiobook offers a guide to The Nutcracker, including the full orchestral musical score. The story is told as the music is played. This creates a unique experience to help a child understand both the story and the music of The Nutcracker in combination. This may help for those going to see a performance or those who want to revisit once they have seen in the based.

Harlem 1969; it's the height of the Civil Rights era and the community is still reeling from the assassination of Martin Luther King. Arthur Mitchell, the first Black principal dancer at the New York City Ballet, takes his protest to the stage and establishes the Dance Theatre of Harlem. Here begins the story of the five extraordinary women at the heart of this book. This is a book about ballet, the enduring allure of ballet for young girls, and about how these pioneers broke into a world that was closed to them and changed ideas of what a classical dancer could be.

Dance is fun to watch, but it’s even more fun to do! Kids can take the stage by learning what dance is, what gear and skills are needed, what happens during lessons, and how to be a good sport.

When people ask me: “Why do you practice?” I tell them: “I practice for the opportunity to be more ME!” And this is why I wrote this guide: to help you form a constructive mentality around practice and change, help you fight mental icebergs that are keeping you back, help you set up your framework, your practice, your own Tango training, and your path to becoming more YOU every day!

There is a dance style for everyone! Ballerinas sometimes dance on tiptoe. Tap dancers wear special shoes that make tapping sounds as they move. Some dancers make up their own moves while others follow a routine. Find out all about dance styles, equipment, studios, and more in this fact-filled book.

Standing out front is no longer enough! This book is written for every dancer who believes that there has got to be more. Dance Leaders Advance will spring you into action, promote productivity, and increase your capacity. If you are ready to do more than just dance… If you are a Kingdom entrepreneur… If you are ready to embrace all that God has for you… Dance Leaders Advance is the answer that you have been waiting for!

In a wise, warmhearted memoir that celebrates her extraordinary life and stellar career, Swoosie Kurtz shares just the right combination of personal misadventure and showbiz lore, candidly reflecting on the right choices that empowered her, the wrong choices that enlightened her, and the intimate journey of caring for an aging parent.

Jazz, ballet, tap, and hip hop—there are so many different sides to dance. Learn the ins and outs of dancing all sorts of styles like a pro!

Step into the scintillating world of molten creativity with "Glass Beneath Flames," an immersive guide into the enigmatic art of glassblowing. This compelling eBook offers a journey through the transformative alchemy of glass - from its liquid inception in the fiery belly of the furnace to its final emergence as breathtaking art. Discover the intricate dance between element and artisan in Chapter 1, where we unveil the storied past of glassblowing and its vibrant presence in contemporary craftsmanship. Traverse the realms of clarity and color as you delve into the mysteries of glass as a ...

🌸 Follow the Call of Your Heart and Unlock Your Creative Magic 🎨 Cassie dreams of becoming an artist, but her family tells her it's just a childish fantasy. After her parents' divorce, her world is turned upside down, yet she finds solace in painting flowers—a secret joy that keeps her spirit alive. Even in the face of doubt, she nurtures her creativity like a garden, never allowing her dreams to wither. Years later, as an adult, she realizes the impossible has become reality: she has blossomed into The Joyful Artist, painting with the fearless wonder of a child. Her story is a ...

As a child, Amalia always thought she would grow up to be a teacher - that was until she saw dancers perform in her town square. She was fascinated by the way they twirled and swayed, and she knew that someday she would be a dancer, too.

Riverboat Steam is a short story about an intense and mysterious romantic encounter aboard a riverboat cruise ship, by James J. Caterino, the author of The Girl Out of Time, My Encounter with The Partridge Family, The Green Girl, The Anti-Matter Girl, True Stories, To Meghan, and much more.

This is ballet, the classical dance that, once seen, is never forgotten. Even though today we have film and video games, ballet is still a powerful vision of beauty and excitement. The dancers use the strength of an athlete, the balance of a gymnast and the sensitivity of a violinist to tell stories through their dancing. Here is some of the best music which has propelled dancers for hundreds of years.

I Carried a Watermelon is a love story to Dirty Dancing. A warm, witty and accessible look at how Katy Brand’s life-long obsession with the film has influenced her own attitudes to sex, love, romance, rights and responsibilities. It explores the legacy of the film, from pushing women’s stories to the forefront of commercial cinema, to its ‘Gold Standard’ depiction of abortion according to leading pro-choice campaigners, and its fresh and powerful take on the classic ‘coming of age’ story told from a naïve but idealistic 17-year-old girl’s point of view.

If you want to learn how to dance, improve your choreography skills, and become a better performer, then check out HowExpert Guide to Dance and Choreography. This audiobook goes into detail about where to start as a beginner dancer, what you need to know going into dance, and step-by-step guides to help you become a better dancer. For those also interested in choreography, this audiobook shares some tips on how to choreograph for dance and create a great performance.

The 1960s was a pivotal decade in dance, an era of intense experimentation and rich invention. In this impressive volume of essays an impressive range of dance critics and scholars examine the pioneering choreographers and companies of the era, such as Anna Halprin's West Coast experiments, the innovative Judson Dance Theater, avant-garde dance subcultures in New York, the work of Merideth Monk and Kenneth King, and parallel movements in Britain.

If you're looking for an old-fashioned honest chapbook about the experience of being an amateur tap dancer, look no further. Welcome to the world's first and only tap book written by a student of the art—not a teacher, a studio owner, or an expert. Delve into these real-life tap adventures and let them inspire you to bring the magic of the dance into your own life. This humble chapbook will open your mind to the world of this unique form of dance in ways that only a student of the art could.

Para algunas personas, el tango es simplemente una actividad social. No posee un significado más profundo, ni constituye un camino. Solo se trata de unos cuantos pasos, mezclados y reciclados. Este libro no es para aquellas personas.

Dive into the melodic whisper of "Echoes of the North," an eBook that unveils the vibrant tapestry of Inuit Performing Arts. This compelling read invites you into a world where the Arctic's heartbeat resonates through song, dance, and storytelling. Our journey begins with an intimate portrait of the landscape that shapes Inuit cultural expression. With each chapter, develop a newfound appreciation for the rich historical roots and the powerful influence of geography on iconic traditions. Witness the traditional forms of art come alive, exploring each facet of these unique cultural practices...